Gifts For Condolences
If you know someone who has suffered loss or misfortune, it is kind to show your condolences with a feel-good gift. It doesn't have to be expensive, just a little something to show someone that you are thinking of her and that you sympathize with her situation. A bouquet of flowers or a homemade gift basket will show your grieving friend that you are there to support her through her difficult time.
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Flowers and Plants
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Flowers are a wonderful condolence gift because they are an example of how beautiful life can be. Send a bouquet of colorful flowers, along with a sympathetic note, to brighten the person's day. A potted plant also makes a nice gift, and will last longer than cut flowers.
Gift Basket
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Purchase a sympathy basket or make one yourself. You can include food items like cookies, homemade bread and jam, crackers or whatever you think the person would like. Add other items like stuffed animals, uplifting books, photographs etc. Your friend will appreciate you taking the time to make something special.
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Charitable Donation
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Many people would prefer that friends make a charitable donation in their name instead of purchasing gifts. If your friend has recently lost someone to a disease, like breast cancer, make a donation to an organization like Susan G. Komen For The Cure. Knowing that other people are helping the cause will bring the person comfort.
Card
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You can't go wrong with a simple card. Purchase one with an uplifting message or make one of your own. Write an authentic message in the card to show the person that you care. A card is great if you aren't on a personal level with the person, but still want to express your condolences.
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